How to Make It
I’ve already got a popular healthy hot chocolate recipe here on my website, but I make this version when I don’t have almond milk on hand. It’s inspired by my Vegan Latte and London Fog Drink, both of which become creamy by blending a hot beverage with dates and a small spoonful of almond butter. It may sound strange, but you’re just going to have to trust me on this one. This vegan hot chocolate came to life during one of our first evenings of “social distancing.” I didn’t want to take the time to make a batch of homemade almond milk, or run to the store for a carton, so I wondered if I could make my own creamy hot chocolate at home, using just boiling hot water and my blender.
Hot Chocolate Ingredients
Instead of using a dairy-free milk, this recipe calls for water and almond butter to make your own instant almond milk. (I do this a lot for smoothies, too!) If you have a nut allergy, I imagine you could use hemp hearts to make your own hemp milk or oat milk, too. Here’s what you’ll need:
Cacao powderAlmond ButterDates (or maple syrup)
Blend these 3 ingredients together with hot water, and you’ll have an instant hot chocolate that’s unbelievably rich and creamy.
Tips for Blending Hot Liquid in a Blender
If you’ve never tried blending something hot in your blender before, here’s what you need to know. I hope you’ll enjoy this quick & easy recipe the next time you need a hot chocolate fix!
Making a Kid’s Hot Chocolate?
When I make this for my kids, I sometimes use only 1 teaspoon of cacao powder instead of a full tablespoon. (This gives it more of a “milk chocolate” flavor.) I also use 1/2 cup of boiled water and 1/2 cup of cold filtered water, so the temperature is easier for them to drink right away. This is a huge hit with my kids, so I hope it will be a success in your home, too! If you try this recipe, please leave a comment below letting me know how you like it. And if you make any modifications, I’d love to hear about that, too! We can all benefit from your experience. – Reader Feedback: What’s your favorite quick & easy treat?
